Landlords Face Criminal Status Over Missed Letter, Report Says
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Landlords Face Criminal Status Over Missed Letter, Report Says

By The Property AI Team · 10 August 2026 · 1 min read

Editor's note: This brief was summarised by The Property AI Team from a report by Property118. Read the original article for full details.

Landlords at Risk of Criminal Status for Missing Required Letter

A recent report by Property118 raises concerns that landlords could be treated as serious criminals for failing to send a required four-page letter. The report states that this issue is affecting not only landlords but also tenants, impacting millions of people in the UK rental sector.

According to Property118, the consequences of not sending this letter extend beyond individual landlords, with the effects being felt across the entire rental market. The report suggests that the current approach is causing significant damage to both landlords and tenants.

Letting agents and inventory clerks should be aware of the potential legal risks associated with missing required documentation. The report highlights the importance of compliance with all communication requirements to avoid severe penalties.


Source: Property118
The Property AI Team — the team behind The Property AI's inventory software, covering UK lettings compliance, deposit-dispute evidence and inventory best practice.

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